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The Cottage Is A Renovated Wing Of An Old Victorian Gate Lodge Of Ashford Castle

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Front view of the rental cottage Owners entrance around the corner
Ashford Old Schoolhouse. Rental wing on the left and owners entrance on right
Rental entrance on left, garden and driveway
View from the bedroom window
the entrance hall

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cong, Connemara, County Galway
  • Ashford Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Cong Abbey
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Quiet Man Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Galway (GWY)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Cottage Is A Renovated Wing Of An Old Victorian Gate Lodge Of Ashford Castle

We welcome you to Ashford Old Schoolhouse in the beautiful surroundings of Ashford Estate and Cong village between Loughs Corrib and Mask. Enjoy the stay in our historical cottage built by the Guinness family in 1853. Surrounded by endless woodland walking and cycling paths and bordering the beautiful grounds and gardens of Ashford Castle hotel. Cong village with pubs and restaurants is just a 20 minute walk through the estate.

We are glad to offer professionally guided fishing for brown trout and Atlantic salmon. We provide a full angling service which includes guiding, boat rental and fly-fishing tuition. There is lots to do in the area for the whole family - horse riding, zip lining, golfing, falconry, archery and boat trips all within 5 minute walk. The area of Cong and Connemara is stunning for sightseeing, hill walking, beaches and little villages with cosy pubs. Kylemore Abbey, Clifden, Galway city and Westport all within less than an hours drive

Accommodation is situated in renovated wing of old Ashford Castle gate lodge with separate entrance, garden and parking. Double bedroom, bathroom, kitchen/living room with wood burning stove downstairs. Triple bedroom with 3 single beds upstairs and a bathroom upstairs. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Property manager

Frank and Kersti Costello
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

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Cong, Connemara, County Galway

What's nearby

  • Ashford Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ashford Castle Golf Club - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cong Mini Golf Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cong Abbey - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Quiet Man Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Claremorris Station - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Puddleducks Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pat Cohan's Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cullen's at the Cottage - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dungeon Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Crowe's Nest Pub - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage Is A Renovated Wing Of An Old Victorian Gate Lodge Of Ashford Castle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage Is A Renovated Wing Of An Old Victorian Gate Lodge Of Ashford Castle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage Is A Renovated Wing Of An Old Victorian Gate Lodge Of Ashford Castle?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage Is A Renovated Wing Of An Old Victorian Gate Lodge Of Ashford Castle located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Ashford Castle, Ashford Castle Golf Club and Cong Mini Golf Club. Cong Abbey and Quiet Man Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 82 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
Great place Host are great Stayed September 7-28 Loved the cottage
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a great location
We thoroughly enjoyed are stay. The cottage was very comfortable, well equipped and clean. Frank and Kersi were great hosts. There are lovely walks around the grounds and down to the lake. Cong was quiet although I guess it will get busier as the season progresses. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ideal place to stay
My wife and I stayed for a week and couldn’t have been happier with the location and accommodations. Quiet, secure, and very clean. We won’t stay anywhere else when returning to this area of Ireland.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
The Old Schoolhouse is a magical place to stay. The hosts are the nicest people and most helpful. The accommodations were as described and vet comfortable. Good location for walks and day trips. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Place We Stayed
We stayed at The Old School House for 5 nights in October. It was like something out of a fairytale! The house is a small little place in Ashford Castle grounds, which is breath taking! We will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical retreat
Charming hosts Kristy and Frank. Have a lovely cottage with everything you need. Stay a week and enjoy the gardens the trails the people and the history.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
We had a great stay. Nice areas to walk - trails around. Ten minutes to the castle - 5 minutes to the falconry. 15-20 minutes to Cong.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Wonderful lovely cottage in a great surrounding ! The host are very friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and tranquility in a magical setting
The cottage is beautiful, Owners are lovely and always available for questions and assistance, never intrusive. Walking in the Ashford Estate gardens and paths through old growth trees, bushes and flowers is an unbelievable delight. This was our second stay and again a delight.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and cozy, exactly what we were hoping for.
Location was perfect for doing the Falconry. A must do while staying. Close to Cong and driving through the castle upon entering and leaving was magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ashford Cottage
This is a charming cottage in the perfect location. The combination of the original stone walls, hardware floors and the spiral staircase makes this cottage so unique and cozy.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage!
The cottage was exactly exactly as stated. Everything you could need was there. In the Ashford Castle Estate with access to the grounds and a short/beautiful walk to Cong. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

roberta s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location, beautiful wee house
Just driving through the castle grounds to this house was a treat. The house itself was just a picture. The best stay in Ireland North and south that we have had to date and we are both over 50 and 60. The location is stunning, the quietness and peaceful nature. Nothing to dislike and everything to love.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Charming
Frank and Kersti were very helpful in answering questions and helping connect us with a local pub to hold a birthday celebration. The cottage is extremely charming and the nearby town of Cong has some very cute shops and nice restaurants. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Peggy H., Ellijay, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ireland adventure x 2
The cottage was magical. So quaint and beautiful. It was well laid out and was just perfect for the two of us. We loved being so close to the Ashford Castle and walking to the Falconry for a great adventure with the hawks! The hosts were great and welcoming and we felt we had our own private space the whole time there. It was another special time in Ireland for us and we love to get back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
This is the best VRBO experience we have had. This cottage is magical and sits right on the Ashford Castle grounds, a short stroll to the entrance to the Ashford Gardens. The gardens stretch about a 1/4 mile from the cottage directly to the castle. Along he way are spectacular gardens and always a Falconer along with their guests.the cottage is a walk to the village of Cong, a charming Irish village with pubs, restaurants, and shops, famous for the Quiet Man movie. This cottage and the surroundings were truly magical.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blanche S., Falls City, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
We couldn't have chosen a more perfect place to stay. The location was great, and the Old Schoolhouse was just amazing. It was extremely clean and absolutely comfortable. It had everything you need for a perfect stay. Walking distance to the Ashford Falconery, the Ashford Castle and a quick drive to Cong. Thank you Frank and Kersti we had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Tranquility 😀
Just back from a week at the Old Schoolhouse and I can confirm accuracy of all other 5* Reviews. The house is an absolute Gem set in the most perfect location. The grounds are beautiful for a morning/evening stroll (10 mins walk to Cong Village) and the Hospitality that Frank & Kersti provide is next to none. Until next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Lovely
Old Schoolhouse was delightful from beginning to end! Every darling detail is perfect in the house. Quiet, hearing the birds and sheep in the morning. Trails everywhere to hike, the lake, Ashford Castle and all it has to offer, with options of fishing and boat tours, falconry school, horse back riding and more. The perfect active get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim S., Cumberland, Ohio USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful Christmas
Beautiful, cozy and private cottage. We had everything we needed to make excellent Christmas memories. The ground level entrance, bedroom and bathroom made this cottage ideal for traveling with a person dealing with mobility issues. The proximity to Ashford Castle allowed us to easily access many services but still feel indepedant. Defijnitely recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage
My best friend and I wanted to find a cozy cottage in Ireland for our girls trip. We were hoping for something similar to the cottage in the movie The Holiday. It did not disappoint. We were so happy to return home in the evening after a long day of driving to see sights and just relax by the fire and watch our favorite Jane Austin films on the DVDs provided by Kersti. I also greatly enjoyed my daily walks to see Ashford castle on the road and walking paths. It was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grainne C., Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cosy retreat in an idyllic setting
Wonderful few days spent in this beautiful cottage with my family. It is full of charm and character and fully equipped with everything we needed for our stay. Situated on the grounds of Ashford Castle we were spoilt for great walks around the Castles gardens and is only a short walk into the quaint town of Cong. Throughly enjoyed our cosy nights spent by the stove fire ( generous supply of logs provided). Woulld definitely recommend watching the Quiet Man during your stay (dvd also available in the cottage) and recognising all the different locations from the film which surrounds the area. Even my teenager enjoyed it! Maybe a cliché but definitely memories were made, and hopefully one day we will return again to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H., Texas USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband said don’t leave a good review…
Not because it was bad, but because we don’t want anyone to find out about this beat kept secret in Ireland! We stayed at the cottage for three days during our trip to Ireland. Each day we would take a day trip to different spots and it was so nice to come back to a warm fire. The hosts are Very communicative and even came to meet us once we got lost trying to find the property. The grounds are so beautiful, and we ate at the restaurant at the lodge once, which was phenomenal. Being a low season the weather made it to where I could have sat in the cottage all day with a book. We cannot wait to visit again !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth a.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Frank and Kersti Costello

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Frank is a second generation gillie. Frank's father Jim started guiding 1939 for Ashord Castle. Frank continued his profession since 1993. Frank is Board Failte approved marine and countryside guide and also Orvis endorsed fishing guide.

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